Gov. Fallin appointed to NGA Education and Workforce Committee

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin will hold a new position within the National Governors Association.

Governor Fallin has been appointed to the NGA's Education and Workforce Committee for the 2017-18 session.

The committee will be chaired by Washington Governor Jay Inslee.

The NGA says the committee has jurisdiction over the areas of education and workforce development. Members of the committee ensure the governors' views are represented in shaping of federal policy.

The NGA announced committee appointments on Wednesday.